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DEL TACO'S NEW BEER BATTERED SHRIMP IS OFF THE HOOK

Lake Forest, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ: TACO) is making waves with the launch of Beer Battered Shrimp available for a limited time during the Lent season. An even more flavorful version of the guest favorite crispy shrimp, Del Taco's premium Beer Battered Shrimp is featured in the Crispy Shrimp Taco, Del Fuego Shrimp Taco and Epic Surf & Turf Burrito. Del Taco has also introduced a spicy twist on shrimp this year with the addition of the new creamy Del Fuego sauce made from cayenne and red pepper.

"With our delicious beer battered shrimp and fish offerings, guests don't have to give up Del Taco during Lent. In fact, the return of our crispy shrimp is a much-anticipated event that our fans look forward to every year," said John Cappasola, executive vice president and chief brand officer. "Del Taco is committed to serving fresh food at an unbeatable value, and you won't find quality seafood at this price point anywhere else. Plus, we've made this fan favorite even more flavorful with our new beer battered shrimp recipe and spicy Del Fuego sauce."

All of Del Taco's menu items are made to order in every restaurant's working kitchen using fresh ingredients not typically found in other quick service restaurants. The new seafood menu features the following items:

For a limited time, guests can purchase two Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos or two Del Fuego Shrimp Tacos for $4.50, as well as two original Beer Battered Fish Tacos for $4. Price and participation may vary by location. Additionally, from February 4 through February 14, 2016, Del Taco invites guests to receive a free Medium Drink with the purchase of any Epic Burrito, including the Epic Surf & Turf Burrito featuring both Del Taco's new Beer Battered Shrimp and Del Fuego sauce. *